Global Supply Chain Executive — Aerospace & Defense

Roboticsconnected; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 246,000 - 393,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Vice President, Global Supply Chain to lead the end-to-end global supply chain strategy across government and commercial markets. You will drive risk mitigation, scalable production, and performance improvements while ensuring regulatory compliance and supplier excellence.

You will oversee ERP and procurement tools, lead CPSR and NDAA compliance initiatives, and partner with Global Operations to set standards across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in global operations, supply chain, or procurement.
• 10–15 years of leadership in global operations, supply chain, or compliance.
• Proven CPSR, FAR, DFARS, NDAA, ITAR compliance experience.
• Experience with ERP/procurement systems (SAP, Oracle).
• Strong CAS, TINA, and government contract knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive global supply chain strategy.
• Lead Purchasing, Subcontracts, Strategic Sourcing, and Supplier Quality & Development.
• Oversee CPSR compliance and NDAA 889 adherence.
• Partner with Engineering and Operations for new product introduction and design changes.
• Build and lead multidisciplinary teams across Global Supply Chain.

Skills

Leadership experience

Regulatory compliance (CPSR, FAR, DFAR

NDAA ITAR compliance

ERP/Procurement systems (SAP, Oracle)

Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)

Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA)

Government contracting experience

Analytical & strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Aerospace Engineering, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

AeroVironment is seeking a Vice President, Global Supply Chain to lead the end-to-end global supply chain strategy across government and commercial markets. You will drive risk mitigation, scalable production, and performance improvements while ensuring regulatory compliance and supplier excellence.

You will oversee ERP and procurement tools, lead CPSR and NDAA compliance initiatives, and partner with Global Operations to set standards across the enterprise.